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What was your dog’s original job?

While dogs have become our best domestic fur-iends, for many years the human/canine relationship was one where we worked together. Working dogs were bred to perform specific tasks to assist people.  Original jobs were focused on the acquisition and...

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‘My Friend: Standing Strong’ will give you hope and insight into canine cancer treatment

A passionate dog trainer set out to fundraise for canine lymphoma after his own beloved pup passed. Then, after many rounds of treatment and years of research, he was shocked to discover that 50% of dog owners don't...

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How a thwarted snow day at Mount Baldy made our pack grow closer

The news of snowfall in the early months of 2018 had all of our ears perked. For Angelenos, winters are wet or dry, and this one was dry. There is no snow for most of us in any...

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Why daycare is not a cure for separation anxiety in dogs

Daycare sounds like the ultimate cure for anxious dogs. Having constant supervision, interaction, and activity should make for one happy pup, right? Well, in the case of dogs suffering from separation anxiety, daycare is actually a pretty miserable...

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Dog hiking safety tips every owner should know

One of the best parts of living in LA is all of the dog-friendly trails open year-round. As much as you can run and play, you also have to keep your dog safe on the trail. Keep these...

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